Acupuncture is a collection of procedures involving penetration of the skin with needles to stimulate certain points on the body. In its classical form it is a characteristic component of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)...

Electro Acupuncture is a form of acupuncture where a small electric current is passed between pairs of acupuncture needles. According to some acupuncturists, this practice augments the use of regular acupuncture...

Cupping is an ancient Chinese form of alternative medicine in which a local suction is created on the skin practitioners believe this mobilizes blood flow in order to promote healing. Suction is created using heat or...

Moxibustion is a traditional Chinese medicine therapy using moxa made from dried mugwort. It provides direct heat to the different acupoints of the human body. Different Acupoints will become active in different people depending...

Herbal Medicine is the study and use of medicinal properties of plants. The scope of herbal medicine is sometimes extended to include fungal and bee products, as well as minerals,shells and certain animal parts...

Tuina Massage is a form of Chinese manipulative therapy often used in conjunction with acupuncture, moxibustion, fire cupping, Chinese herbalism, t'ai chi, and qigong. Tui nais a hands-on body treatment that uses...

Reflexology is an alternative medicine involving the physical act of applying pressure to the feet, hands, or ears with specific thumb, finger, and hand techniques without the use of oil or lotion. It is based on what reflexologists claim...